21 September 2011

Please be advised that on behalf of the Blue Mountains Bush Fire Management Committee (BMBFMC) crews from the NSW Rural Fire Service, Blue Mountains District (RFS) are intending to undertake Hazard Reduction (HR) burning at the following locations tonight:

Crews from NSW Rural Fire Service and Fire & Rescue NSW remain on-scene at the bushfire that started yesterday afternoon near Olympian Parade at Leura. There is currently no property under threat.

A "Watch and Act" advice is current for this fire.

Conditions may be changing. Continue to monitor the situation and follow your Bush Fire Survival Plan.

There are currently 12 fire trucks in and around Olympian Parade, prepared to provide property protection to local homes should the fire activity increase.

A helicopter reconnisance will be launching at approximately 07:00am this morning to overfly the fire and provide ground crews with a more detailed picture of what the fire is or may be doing.

The weather forecast for today includes very strong winds, which have the potential to increase fire activity. Naturally firefighters will remain on-scene and prepared should this happen.

Fire Behaviour:• Variable based on local conditionsFire Intensity:• Fires can be controlled• Spot fires can occur close to the main fireFire Impact:• Loss of life unlikely and damage to property will be limited• Well prepared and actively defended houses can offer safety during a fire

Under these conditions, fires can be difficult to control. Embers may be blown ahead of the fire, creating spot fires. These spot fires may threaten your home earlier than the predicted main fire front.

Other information• If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.• Continue to stay up to date with the bush fire situation by checking http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au<http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/>, listening to your local radio station or by calling the NSW RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737.• If you live in the area but are away from home, it may not be safe to return to your property.The next update on this fire will be issued by 10:00am or if the situation changes.

16 September 2011

There will be two Hazard Reduction burns taking place that will be visible from the Blue Mountains during today.

The first is in the Wild Dog Mountains, to the south of Katoomba. Smoke will be clearly visible from Katoomba when looking between Mount Solitary and Narrow Neck. National Parks & NSW Rural Fire Service crews will be in attendance throughout the day. Map at http://tinyurl.com/3zcovbo to see where the Wild Dogs are in relation to you.

Another is in the Mulgoa area, down in the Cumberland Zone. http://tinyurl.com/6zeqvbh for a map of where Mulgoa is in relation to the rest of the Mountains.

There will also be additional burns taking place over the weekend and into next week, weather permitting. For further details, visit our website www.bluemountains.rfs.nsw.gov.au and select "Blue Mountains District News" from the left-side menu.

05 September 2011

We wish to advise that a fuel management burn (also called a prescribed burn or hazard reduction) is proposed for the Megalong Valley area this Tuesday. This will consist of prescribed burning of vegetation to reduce the bush fire fuel and assist in reducing the intensity and adverse impact of bush fires in extreme weather conditions.

The prescribed burning will be undertaken by the NSW Rural Fire Service subject to weather conditions. The burn is scheduled for the following day at the following location:

Date Tuesday 6th September 2011

Location Megalong Valley Reserve, Megalong Valley Rd, Megalong Valley

As the prescribed burn will generate smoke, hot embers and heat, it is important that you consider the following:

Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes

Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns

Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage

Remove washing from clotheslines

Ensure pets have a protected area

If you are driving a vehicle, slow down, keep windows up and turn headlights on

If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activities. If smoke levels are high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice

Avoid approaching this area for some time after the completion of the hazard reduction as there may be falling limbs and trees as well as hot ash. Consult your local brigade for advice on conditions.

A Community Liaison Officer will be in attendance.

Should any further information be required, please contact the District Office at Katoomba on 4784 7444 between 9:00am and 4:30pm. You can also obtain additional information on prescribed burning and property preparedness by accessing the NSW Rural Fire Service website at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au.

We wish to advise that a fuel management burn (also called a prescribed burn or hazard reduction) is proposed for the Hazelbrook area this weekend. This will consist of prescribed burning of vegetation to reduce the bush fire fuel and assist in reducing the intensity and adverse impact of bush fires in extreme weather conditions.

The prescribed burning will be undertaken by the NSW Rural Fire Service subject to weather conditions. The burn is scheduled for the following day at the following location:

Date Saturday 3rd September 2011

Location Cross St, Warrimoo

Fire & Rescue NSW will also be in attendance.

As the prescribed burn will generate smoke, hot embers and heat, it is important that you consider the following:

Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes

Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns

Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage

Remove washing from clotheslines

Ensure pets have a protected area

If you are driving a vehicle, slow down, keep windows up and turn headlights on

If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activities. If smoke levels are high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice

Avoid approaching this area for some time after the completion of the hazard reduction as there may be falling limbs and trees as well as hot ash. Consult your local brigade for advice on conditions.

A Community Liaison Officer will be in attendance.

Should any further information be required, please contact the District Office at Katoomba on 4784 7444 between 9:00am and 4:30pm. You can also obtain additional information on prescribed burning and property preparedness by accessing the NSW Rural Fire Service website at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au.